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Coastal Cottage on Private Island, overlooking the Essex Great Marsh

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A beach with clear skies and calm waters.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair. There is a lamp and a window with a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with a view of greenery, and a sunset painting on the wall.
A large house with a well-maintained lawn and trees in the background.
An outdoor seating area with two chairs and a fire pit, overlooking a grassy field and a body of water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Essex, MA
  • Place, Stavros Reservation
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Essex River
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Essex Shipbuilding Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Essex

This cottage places you within a 10-minute drive of Essex River and Ipswich Museum. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Stavros Reservation - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Essex River - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Essex Shipbuilding Museum - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Cogswell's Grant - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Wolf Hollow - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • South Hamilton-Wenham Station - 14 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Farm Bar and Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪True North Ale Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Woodman's of Essex - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zumi's Espresso & Ice Cream - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Coastal Cottage on Private Island, overlooking the Essex Great Marsh

Minutes from Cranes Beach, Gloucester, Ipswich and downtown Essex, you will have your own cottage on a 14 acre, three-cottage compound. The architect designed cottages combines spectacular views with modern amenities. Enjoy a swim off the dock, or a drink at the fire pit. Guests can also book a trip with Captain Moore, who runs Lowe Island Fish Camp from the same property.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a coffee maker, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Property Registration Number C0383770920

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Essex, close to Wingaersheek Beach, Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, and Crane Beach. You'll also find Essex River and Ipswich Museum within a short drive.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal), which is 10.5 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal), which is located 22.3 mi away (43-minute drive).

Coastal Cottage on Private Island, overlooking the Essex Great Marsh Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice spot, secluded, quiet, with really enjoyable views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Background to Comfortable Cottage

Great scenic location with very comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christiano D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway with amazing views!

Awesome property, peaceful getaway but still close enough to enjoy the North Shore!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becca W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Retreat

I had a wonderful stay on the Island. The cottage has amazing details, is clean and well-kept, and very comfortable. The location and views are truly incredible. Justin is a wonderful host-- welcoming, responsive, helpful, and an all-around good person, not at all intrusive to guests, but available if anything is needed. I would love to stay here again sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage with the blue door

The cottage was very clean and newly renovated. The beds were comfortable. The appliances worked well. A clear glass patio looks out on a lush green salt marsh. The swallows chased each other in front of the cottage.We witnessed an amazing sunrise outside our back windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Getaway

What an incredible location! Every moment of the day afforded different beautiful views of the marsh and river. We kayaked to a beach with Caribbean-like soft sand and turquoise water. Fabulous bird watching, magical sunsets & sunrises, and big, majestic oaks swaying in the breeze. Just paradise. And host Justin went truly above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and make our stay comfortable and checkout easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility

Our family found this place is utterly tranquil, beautifully situated and comfortable. Salt-sea breezes, birds and marsh grasses, clouds and sun...we spent hours soaking it in on the porch. Location is amazing; so close to Essex, Ipswich and Gloucester, but peacefully removed from the hustle. Justin is completely welcoming and very easy to communicate with, both online and in person. Thank you so much. We can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We came back for more!

My husband and I stayed here last year and ever since, I've been looking forward to coming back and bringing my 3 kids. It is such a special spot - a cool, clean cottage with breathtaking views in quiet seclusion but also close to anything you need. The owner, Justin, who is an awesome host has continued making improvements and upgrades to the site including a great fire pit. We enjoyed swimming, paddle boarding and rowing off the dock in the morning and hit Crane Beach nearby to cool off on a couple hot days. Fun food and shopping in Gloucester is an easy drive. We rented the adjacent cottage for 2 nights so more family could be here together and that worked out perfectly. Hope to come back again, this place is magical!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gem of a spot

Can't say enough about how great this rental is. Even with bad weather it is in a beautiful location, so quiet and peaceful. The house is clean and cozy, comfy bed and nice kitchen. It has a very cool architectural mix of an asian vibe and being on a boat, minimalist but has everything you need. The hosts were so friendly and helpful with us using our coastal row boats from their dock. The tide swings greatly so just know you can't always use the dock at low tide unless you want to walk in the mud but we still had plenty of time to use it. There is also so much to do nearby/within 30 minutes drive at most to lots of great attractions but many much closer. We will definitely be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023